This week, the Old Coot once again is having trouble decoding his own writing, brining back memories of swirls and cursive on the South Side.

In a revealing interview, Amanda Seyfried explains why she struggled to envision herself in the role of Ann Lee, citing the character's empowerment and the script's unique elements as initial hurdles.

After 2 veterinarians told me that inefficient scheduling was derailing their days, I reviewed last week’s schedule. One doctor had 4 sick pet visits in a row. Another ended 3 evenings with urgent ...